Victorian Antique English Rosewood Lap or Travel Desk, Velvet Lined #35182

A Victorian "lap desk" for traveling was the laptop of its day, and this 1880 era English example is genuine rosewood with satinwood panels, and birdseye maple interior. Inside is an old worn velvet writing surface, compartments for inkwells, and a pen in a fitted compartment.

Under the velvet are storage compartments, the lock and key still work.

There are losses and restorations to the edges, and the restored finish is in excellent condition on this antique box.

Size when closed is 14" x 9" and 5" tall.

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Item # 35182